1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 101 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Coupe | EL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2619 mm |
